Mangawhai:
Volunteers were lucky to see 1 of the 3 freshly hatched chicks on the spit last weekend. Still wet, tiny spiky fluff balls. There are also 3 other nests being well cared for by the parents.
Papakanui:
Unfortunately the nest was predated, probably by black backed gulls but there are signs that the birds may lay again.
Waipu:
At last, a 1 egg nest!
Pakiri:
One egg nest and very well looked after by the female who is very dedicated and reluctant to share nesting duties with her partner.
Zoo:
There are 4 eggs for captive rearing at the zoo and the aviary is near completion for use in early January.